A.R.T Names Norby to Lead Custom Casegoods Program

September 8, 2017  by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry   

Norby, who will be director of sales and marketing for Artiste, will be responsible for the sales, marketing, installation, and training for retailers and sales associates for the Artiste division. She will report to Bryan Edwards, senior vice president of sales for A.R.T.

“Jessica brings extensive experience in business development, sales, management of projects and leadership development,” said Edwards,  “We are thrilled to have her as part of our team to help grow Artiste.”

Prior to joining A.R.T. Furniture, Norby was a business development executive with Micro-D and served on their Key Leadership Team, where she focused on the growth and enhancement processes, customer experience, product offerings, and company culture.  Norby is also a member of WithIt and has served as a VP for the non-profit women's leadership development group. 

In 2016, Norby was named to the “Forty Under 40” list by Home Furnishings Business.

“In continuing our goal to grow our company, we want to be sure we have key leadership positions filled with executives who can help manage our strategic growth, and focus on our profitability and success with our retail partners,” said Jeff Cook, A.R.T. Furniture CEO.  “Jessica Norby brings the kind of experience in innovation and customer relations that this exciting new division needs.”